example 10 solutes

Solute is a substance that is homogeneously mixed with another substance called as solvent to produce a solution. Solutes can be solids, liquids or gases. Here are examples of some solutes and the commonly used solvent:

Oxygen in water: dissolved oxygen or DO is responsible for aquatic life.

Oxygen in air: is responsible for our survival.

Oxygen in blood: is how the oxygen travels through our bodies.

Sugar in Water:

Salt in water: could be any salt, the most common example is sodium chloride or common salt.

Ethanol in water: is what makes the alcoholic beverages.

Carbon in iron: is what makes steel.

Silver in gold: to make lower quality gold (22 karat or less, pure gold is 24 karat) that can be used to make ornaments.

Nutrients in water: is how the plant obtains nutrients in different parts.